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Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes

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Delightful and airy pancakes that elevate any breakfast or brunch occasion, reminiscent of a cute café in Tokyo.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour (fluffed, spooned, and leveled)
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon white vinegar (or lemon juice)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • Oil (any neutral oil for cooking)
  • Sweetened whipped cream
  • Assorted berries
  • Powdered sugar
  • Maple syrup
  • ½ cup heavy cream (cold)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (more or less to your preference)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Separate the egg whites from the yolks, placing each in its own bowl.
  2. In the yolk bowl, mix in the milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest for added brightness.
  3. Gently stir in the fluffed flour, baking powder, and vinegar to the yolk mixture until just combined.
  4. In the second bowl, whip the egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually sprinkle in the sugar while continuing to whip until you achieve stiff peaks.
  5. Carefully fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture, taking care not to deflate all that air you just whipped in!
  6. Heat a lightly oiled non-stick skillet over low heat to ensure a slow, even cook.
  7. Use a large spoon to scoop the batter onto the skillet, ideally using a ring mold if you have one to help shape the pancakes.
  8. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes until the bottoms are a rich golden brown, then carefully flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Repeat until all the batter is used.
  9. Optional: In a cold bowl, whip the heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  10. Serve with sweetened whipped cream, berries, maple syrup, or a dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance.

Notes

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat for best results.

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